Corrugated paper and paperboard

CPC v2.1 Code: 32151

About corrugated paper and paperboard

cpc code 32151 covers the production of corrugated paper and paperboard, a critical component in the packaging and logistics industry. Corrugated materials are known for their strength, durability, and versatility, making them essential for protecting and transporting a wide range of goods. This industry plays a vital role in supporting global trade and commerce by providing the packaging solutions that facilitate the safe and efficient movement of products around the world.

Production process

The production of corrugated paper and paperboard involves several key steps. First, raw materials such as wood pulp, recycled paper, and various adhesives are combined and processed into flat sheets of paperboard. These sheets are then fed into specialized machinery that scores, folds, and glues the material to create the distinctive corrugated structure. The finished corrugated sheets are then cut, shaped, and assembled into a variety of packaging products, such as boxes, containers, and dividers.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of corrugated paper and paperboard include wood pulp, recycled paper, and various adhesives and bonding agents. Specialized machinery, such as corrugating machines, cutting and creasing equipment, and assembly lines, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce to operate the equipment and ensure the quality and consistency of the final products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the corrugated paper and paperboard industry are a wide range of packaging products, including 32152 Containers and boxes of paper and paperboard, 32153 Sacks and bags of paper, and 32154 Other articles of paper and paperboard. These corrugated materials are then consumed by a diverse range of industries, such as 46110 Wholesale of agricultural raw materials and live animals, 46900 Non-specialised wholesale trade, and 49410 Freight transport by road.

Family tree for corrugated paper and paperboard

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    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3'>3: Other transportable goods, except metal products, machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/32'>32: Pulp, paper and paper products; printed matter and related articles</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/321'>321: Pulp, paper and paperboard</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3215'>3215: Corrugated paper and paperboard and containers of paper and paperboard</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/32151'>32151: Corrugated paper and paperboard</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/32152'>32152: Sacks and bags of paper</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/32153'>32153: Cartons, boxes, cases, record sleeves and other packing containers (except bags) of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres; box files, letter trays, and similar articles, of paper or paperboard of a kind used in offices, shops or the like</a>"]

    

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